CLEAN : N.Ireland party leaders speak following failed vote to restore regional assembly

The transcript discusses the political and economic challenges faced by Northern Ireland, emphasizing the need for effective political solutions and the importance of addressing the protocol between the UK and EU. It highlights the struggles of families and the role of elections in potentially exacerbating the crisis. The speaker calls for pragmatic politicians to address these issues and criticizes the use of Northern Ireland as leverage in political negotiations.

What is the main concern expressed by the speaker regarding families in Northern Ireland?

• Lack of political representation

• Increased crime rates

• Poor educational facilities

• Struggles to heat homes and afford food

What does the speaker believe about the impact of elections on the current crisis?

• Elections will have no impact

• Elections will quickly resolve the crisis

• Elections will deepen the crisis

• Elections are unnecessary

What is the speaker's view on the role of elections in solving the political issues?

• Elections are the ultimate solution

• Elections will bring back capable politicians

• Elections are a temporary fix

• Elections are irrelevant

What does the speaker suggest is necessary to get the executive up and running again?

• Resolving the protocol issue

• Holding new elections

• Increasing public funding

• Improving infrastructure

According to the speaker, who is responsible for resolving the protocol issue?

• Local councils

• The United Nations

• The UK and EU

• Northern Ireland Assembly